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Home My WebLink About2021-10-11 Committee of the Whole MinutesTukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting Remote Meeting per Governor Proclamation 20-28 October 11, 2021 – 7:00 P.m. This meeting was conducted remotely, with the City Council, Mayor, and staff off-site and participating via aremote electronic system. All participants, including the Mayor, Counoilme/nb*os,City staff, and legal counsel wmneno/at Tukwila City Hall and participated via aremote electronic system. The phone number for public participation that was provided wahheegondndishibutionprnm*mo was: 1-253-292-9750, access code 670077847# as well as a linkhn/o/n the Microsoft Teams Meeting. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Councilmember Quinn stated Council President Kruller is having technical difficulties and he has been asked to serve as Presiding Officer in her stead until she is able to join the virtual meeting. Consensus existed for Councilmember Quinn to preside over this meeting. Acting Council President Quinn called the remote meeting ofthe Tukwila City Council toorder at 7:02 p.m. and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. OFFICIALS Present adthe virtual meeting were Council President Kmller; CouncilmambersVerna Seal, Kathy Hougardy, De'Sean Quinn, Thomas McLeod, Zak Idan, Cynthia Delostrinos Johnson CITY OFFICIALS Allan Ekberg. Mayor; David C|ine, City Administrator; Rachel Bianohi, Deputy City Administrator; Kari Sand, City Attorney; Nona Qedoff, Community Development Director; Max Baker, Development Supervisor; Vicky Carlsen, Finance Director; Tony Cullerton, Deputy Finance Director; Jay Wittwer, Fire Chief; Norm Golden, Deputy Fire Chief; Juan PadiUa, Human Resources Director; Tracy Gallaway, Parks & Recreation Director; EricDromer. Police Chief; Eric Lund, Deputy Police Chief; Hari Ponnekanti, Public VVorha Director; Joel Bush, Chief Technology Officer; Andy Youn. Deputy City Clerk. Acting Council President Quinn acknowledged today ioIndigenous Day and stated Kksaday to celebrate and appreciate the culture and values ofour indigenous neighbors, especially the Coast Ga|ish peoples who first resided on and stewarded the lands we know as Puget Sound which includes Duvvonmish. K8ucNeehoot, Puya||up, Tu|o|ip. Gnoqua|rnie, and 8ucluamioh. He stated every day vve verbalize Coast Salish names and travel places of cultural sign ificance—today is a reminder for us to do soconsciously with the knowledge and appreciation for the Coast So|iehpeoples. He stated "The City of Tukwila is located on the ancestral lands of the Coast Sa|ishpeople. VVe acknowledge their continuing connections tmland, waters and culture. VVepay our respects totheir elders past, present and emerging." PUBLIC COMMENTS Those wishing to provide public comment had the opportunity tosign upvia email bv5:OOp.rn.today ho Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes October 11, 2021 Page 2 of 5 1. Mike Pruett, representing Segale Properties, indicated he is available for any questions the Council may have for the discussion on an ordinance setting development standards for multi -family residential developments in the Tukwila South Overlay zone on tonight's agenda. 2. David Chivis thanked the Police and Fire Departments for continuing to assist with security issues at the SHAG Apartments. He relayed since the apartment manager is leaving to pursue other opportunities and the maintenance person is retiring, he hopes the incoming staff will be able to find solutions to ongoing issues with car break-ins. 3. Dr. Ahmed Ali is the Director of the Somali Health Board, a non-profit based in Tukwila that aims to reduce health disparities that disproportionately affect new immigrants and refugees within King County. Some of the work they've accomplished includes being the first organization to establish COVID-19 testing sites in areas where communities of color predominantly reside, and vaccinating over 10,000 individuals over the last 9 months. He explained one of the biggest challenges faced by communities of color is lack of accessibility to exercise facilities. There are 200 children from low- income families who are currently enrolled in soccer that travel to different sites several times a week. He urged the Council to consider utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to create a permanent soccer field for the immigrant/refugee community in Tukwila. SPECIAL ISSUES a. Weekly COVID-1 9 report. David Cline, City Administrator, provided an update on the City's coronavirus response as follows: He noted the City sent a letter to all utility customers informing them the Governor's utility shut off moratorium has ended and providing options for repayment plans and utility assistance; King County Public Health has a new COVID-1 9 dashboard on their website; WA Notify is available to those seeking tools to alert users regarding COVID-19 exposures. Councilmember Delostrinos Johnson suggested including information on how to receive language assistance for non-English speakers in the utility notices. b. An update on the Tukwila Arts/Arts 1% Program. Tracy Gallaway, Parks & Recreation Director, highlighted different ways the City is using art to beautify and enrich the community through the Tukwila Arts Program that includes art at certain civic buildings and locations, community engagement projects, and community -wide culturally -based gatherings. Recent projects include Art @ Baker Boulevard Phase 1 and 2, Arts in the Parks, Utility Box Art Program, and the Riverton Creek Restoration Mural Project. 7:29 pm. Council President Kruller entered the meeting. c. An ordinance amending various ordinances as stated herein and as codified in various sections of Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Title 18, "Zoning" (18.41.080, 18.41.090, 18.41.100, 18.50.083 and 18.62.040), to set development standards for multi -family residential developments in the Tukwila South Overlay zone. Max Baker, Development Supervisor, explained following the September 13, 2021 public hearing, staff and the applicant worked on revised language to the development standards to address the issue of linear recreation facilities and the credit the applicant would receive for offsite recreation space. The changes include setting a maximum pedestrian distance to offsite recreation spaces, clarifying the provisions for offsite recreation areas, and removing a requirement for applicants to demonstrate certain exceptions to off-site recreation spaces. Staff is asking for Council direction on the dimension for maximum block perimeter (1,800 ft as recommended by staff and 2,000 ft as requested by the applicant) and the minimum size of offsite recreation areas at 2.0 acres per the Planning Commission's recommendation. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes October 11.2D21 Page 3of5 The Coumj|nxambergdiscussed the proposed changes tothe development standards and were infavor ofworking with the applicant homove this project honward.Thenevvasoonoeneuatoproceedvviththe applicant's request to have a maximum block perimeter of 2,000 ft and a minimum size of offsite recreation area of 2.0 acres. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO FORWARD THIS ITEM TO THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING WITH AMENDMENTS TO THE ORDINANCE AS DISCUSSED ABOVE. d. Phase prioritization for American Rescue Plan Act &ARPA\funds. Vicky Cadeen, Finance Director, explained staff is proposing to use $5.78 million in American Rescue Plan Act A\RPA\ funds to restore service levels in Streets, Parks, and DC[> as well as for a few one-time projects that directly benefit the community. This plan would unfreeze 1.0 FTE in DCD, add funding for utility and rental aesistance, restore traffic calming funds, restore after-school programming, and leave little over $2OD,OOOthat can be allocated toother Council priorities. Staff isalso requesting authority to hire temporary staff totrack and report onARPAspending and increase minimum staffing for the Fire Department to13.Ms. Car|eenshared staff is also proposing torestore See-Qiuk-Fix/Tuhwi|aWorks for $13.000in2022. CounoUnlennbmrK8uLeod relayed residents have expressed concern regarding speeding inthe City, a desire for more police presence throughout the neighborhoods, and developers haveatatedUloyvvou|d like to see the City's pomnkdng process improved. He asked if these oonmsnna are addressed through the AHPAfunding proposal. The Councilmembers asked clarifying questions and discussed the funding proposal, the process for decision-making used by the Finance and Governance Committee over the past few months, and the need for further information prior tnmaking further decisions aeuse ofARPAfunds comes with strict guidance and restrictions. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO CONTINUE DISCUSSION ONTHIS ITEM AT THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING. e. Consensus mma letter regarding Cascade Behavioral Health Hospital. Laurel Humphrey, Legislative Analyst, explained following recent public comments received on safety issues at Cascade Behavioral Health Hospital, a letter has been drafted in support of community safety and expressing adesire for resolution. CONSENSUS EXISTED TO APPROVE THE LETTER. REPORTS m. RHa*mr Mayor Ekberg reported groundbreaking has occurred atthe Tukwila Pantry for the construction oftheir permanent outdoor covering. b. City Council Councilmember Seal thanked the Council for excusing her absence at last week's Council Meeting. She reported the Transportation & Infrastructure Services Committee forwarded a contract for the Stormwater Management Action Plan & Surface Water Comprehensive Plan and a contract with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) for the Transportation Demand Management program. The Committee also received an update on the Transportation Demand Management Program, through which members of the public can request a ride to the Tukwila Community Center through the Via to Transit phone app orbycalling 2OG-258-773y. Tukwila City Council Committee ofthe Whole Minutes October 11, 2021 Page 4 of 5 Councilmember Hougardy participated in an Equity and Social Justice Commission meeting where they reviewed Chief Drever's request for community participation in interviews for the Tukwila Police Department's hiring process, discussed training and the appointment process, and reflected on ways to honor the late Joan Hernandez for founding the Equity and Social Justice Commission. Councj|nmen}ber|dem reported the Finance and Governance Committee discussed the prioritizationof American Rescue Plan Act funds, received a 2nd Quarter investment report, and approved ombaffinQ request totransfer funding from avacant Police Department FTE (Full Time Employee) hocreate amevv FTE in Human Resources. He expressed his pride in the Council's practice of performing a land acknowledgement, especially inlight ofIndigenous Peoples' Day. Council President KruUerreported Spice Bridge recently held its first anniversary event with music, art, and other activities that was attended bvKing County Executive Dow Constantine and Senator Bob Hasegawa and representatives from other agencies. She recognized 0enaPerry, Special Events Q Stewardship Specialist, for another successful Green Tukwila Day event atTukwila Park. c. Staff There was noreport. MISCELLANEOUS Following an invitation from Council President Kruller to provide comments on the Police Department's presentation oflife-saving awards from the October 4.2O21 Regular Meeting, the Coun:i|membena shared their thanks and gratitude and commended the Officers for their work. Council President Kruller acknowledged that today is Indigenous Peoples' Day and a day for peaceful reflection onthe resilience ofthe first peoples inour region and their contributions and impact onthis country. EXECUTIVE SESSION —CoUective Bargaining — Pursuant to RCVV42.3O.14O(b). and Potential litigation — Pursuant to F(CVV42.3D.11O(1)(i) (75 minutes hrba0 Council President KruUermnnounned the Council will now Qo into an Executive Session to discuss: Collective Bargaining — Pursuant hmRCVV42.3O.14D(b) Potential Litigation — Pursuant to RCW 42.30.11 0(l)(i) The total amount of time will be no more than 75 minutes, and no decisions will be made during the Executive Session. Noaction will berequired inthe Open Meeting after the Executive Session has concluded. She declared the meeting adjourned aaofthe conclusion ofthe Executive Session. The Executive Session will not be extended beyond the announced time, and they will not bereturning boopen session to adjourn or for any other reason. 9:38 p.m. Council President KrwKVercalled for a brief recess bmallow the Comnc|Vmnembers to convene a separate remote meeting. Executive Session Start: 9:45 p.m. Attendees: Mayor Ekberg; David Cline, City Administrator; Rachel Bianchi, Deputy City Administrator; Kari Sand, City ; Juan PadiUa, Human Resources Director; Laurel Hunnphray, Legislative Counci|nnembereVerna 8eo, Kathy Hougardy, De'Seon Quinn, Kate Kru||er, Thomas McLeod, Zak |dan' and Cynthia Da|osTinosJohnson. Executive Session End: 10: 17 p.m. Tukwila City Council Committee of the Whole Minutes October 11, 2021 ADJOURNMENT 10:17 p.m. Adjou1nment occurred at the conclusion of the Executive Session. Kate KrWIM,Counefl-President Andy Youn, Deputy City Clerk APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT: 10/22/21 AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE: 10/25/21 Page 5 of 5